1947 Austin A 110 vs. 2006 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Austin A 110 (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (74 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1947 Austin A 110 should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin A 110 weights approximately 1010 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1947 Austin A 110 (287 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (110 Nm). This means 1947 Austin A 110 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
1947 Austin A 110 | 2006 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | Austin | Smart |
Model | A 110 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1947 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3992 cc | 698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 110 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 965 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 33 L |